Now that Thanksgiving is past us, Christmas will be here before you know it. This means that homes will soon be adorned with all manner of holiday decorations, inside and out. But, along with all of that beauty and magic comes some serious risks for seniors. Here are some helpful tips for keeping your home…
Read MoreFor many seniors using a walker can be emotionally challenging because they often view the aid as a physical representation of their loss of strength, balance, and mobility. There can also be some physical challenges as well, because it can take some time for a senior to get used to walking with a walker. But,…
Read MoreIt’s no mystery that adults gradually start losing their hearing as they age. And while it can be easy to attribute it to listening to their music too loudly when they were young, age-related hearing loss is actually a normal condition that affects almost all older adults, regardless of the music listening habits they enjoyed…
Read MoreThanksgiving is the iconic family holiday. This day, more than any other holiday, is one in which family from far and wide get together for a wonderful feast and share memories of days gone by. But, for a family member who is suffering from dementia, Thanksgiving can be an entirely different experience. Seniors with dementia…
Read MoreAge is one of the non-changeable risk factors for developing breast cancer. As a woman ages, her risk for developing this type of cancer can increase substantially. Therefore, it becomes even more important to make certain lifestyle changes to help minimize your risk as you enter your retirement years. Here are five important things you…
Read MoreThere’s nothing better than enjoying a few drinks with friends. As we hit retirement, that pastime can become more and more frequent. For many, drinking more alcoholic beverages is simply a natural part of the aging process. After all, socializing is a very popular activity for seniors. But, there are some risks to drinking in…
Read MoreBreast cancer, despite its recent decline in prevalence thanks to early detection and treatment techniques, remains a serious concern for women of all ages. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Davis Community, one of the leading providers of assisted living in Wilmington NC, wants to share some important information and helpful tips that every…
Read MoreAs we age, it becomes increasingly important to adhere to good senior wellness practices. Doing so can help improve your recuperation times after illnesses and in some cases even help you avoid medical problems in the first place. Here are five valuable health and wellness tips from Davis Community, the leader in senior wellness in…
Read MoreFor older adults on medications, it is important to plan before going on any type of trip, whether it is across the country, overseas, or simply to the mall. Anything can happen when you step out of your home, so good planning and proper medication management is essential to protecting yourself and avoiding any complications….
Read MoreDaily exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages, but once an individual passes 50 years of age, exercising every day takes on a whole new importance. The reason is that the aging process naturally causes a decline in mobility, flexibility, and overall health. Eating a healthy diet…
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